Made in Japan Limited 75th Anniversary 1951 Telecaster®
Made in Japan - Tokyo Flagship Store Exclusive and Super Limited Edition!
Pristine, Never Played Condition
Serial: JD2600XXXX
Nut Width: 1.67
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .90
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: .99
Weight: 7 lbs 3 oz's
Comes in Original Tweed Hard Case with All factory Paperwork.
Please Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!
Celebrate 75 years of Telecaster® history with the breathtaking Made in Japan Limited 75th Anniversary 1951 Telecaster® — the absolute pinnacle of Japanese craftsmanship and a true collector-grade masterpiece that fuses vintage-correct DNA with show-stopping modern elegance.
Handcrafted in Japan by master luthiers who live and breathe Fender legacy, this ultra-limited edition takes the original 1951 Tele and elevates it to art. Every detail reflects the unrivaled precision, patience, and passion that only Japanese craftsmanship can deliver — where traditional techniques meet flawless execution to create an instrument that feels as special as it looks.
At its heart sits a stunning Ash body crowned with a gorgeous Quilt Maple top. That flame-like figuring — rich, swirling, three-dimensional quilts that shimmer and dance under the light — is pure eye candy. Finished in classic Butterscotch Blonde nitrocellulose lacquer, the finish is thin, resonant, and alive. Nitro breathes with the wood, ages gracefully with a warm patina, and delivers that unmistakable vintage snap and sustain while letting every nuance of the flame top shine through like liquid gold. It’s not just beautiful — it’s addictive to look at and even better to play.
The neck is pure early-’50s magic: a thick, one-piece 1951 “U” shape maple neck with a silky nitro finish that feels substantial and broken-in right out of the case. Paired with a 7.25” radius maple fingerboard and 21 vintage frets, it serves up authentic golden-era playability that’s comfortable yet full of character.
Tone is pure, punchy Tele magic thanks to USA-made Pure Vintage ’51 Single-Coil Tele® pickups. Expect articulate highs, tight punchy mids, and that signature twang with stunning clarity, dynamics, and responsiveness — everything that made the original Tele a legend, now delivered with modern reliability.
Premium touches abound: gleaming gold hardware, a custom 75th Anniversary neck plate, and a vintage-style tweed hard case — all included to complete this heirloom-worthy package.
This is more than a guitar. It’s a limited-edition celebration of Telecaster® history, built to the highest standards of Japanese excellence, and destined to be the crown jewel of any serious collection.
Specs:
- Body: Ash with Quilt Maple Top
- Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer (Butterscotch Blonde)
- Neck: Maple, 1951 “U” Shape (Nitro Finish)
- Fingerboard: Maple, 7.25” Radius
- Frets: 21 Vintage
- Scale Length: 25.5” (648 mm)
- Nut: Bone, 42 mm
- Pickups: Pure Vintage ’51 Single-Coil Tele (USA-made)
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
- Switching: 3-Way Blade
- Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage-Style (Brass Saddles)
- Hardware: Gold
- Tuners: Pure Vintage Single Line “Fender Deluxe”
- Pickguard: 1-Ply Black
Official Flagship Store Exclusive and Super Limited. Only the best for those who demand the best.
🔥This guitar is brand new and has the factory set up, we can set it up free of charge if you so wish.
It *can be* been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. Unless otherwise noted in the listing, It features low action with no buzzing or dead spots, perfect intonation, a brand-new set of American-made strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. If needed the frets have been leveled, dressed, crowned, and polished to a mirror shine. The fingerboard has been thoroughly cleaned (unfinished rosewood and ebony boards are treated with Fret Doctor, a premium all-natural oil). All electronics function flawlessly. The guitar has been deep-cleaned and detailed and arrives stage- or studio-ready. 🔥
About The Guitar Dude
Three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer worldwide. Specializing in premium Gibson, classic Fender guitars from all eras and the best Japanese made treasures. Known for the highest-quality consignment sales and custom layaway plans (available on select guitars and extendable beyond 45 days to fit your budget—contact us for details).
Often copied, never duplicated. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for beautiful guitar content. Like what you see? Let us go to work for you. @TheGuitarDude
Our Guarantee
We stand behind every guitar we sell. “Good enough” is never good enough. Every instrument is inspected, set up, and tested by multiple people immediately before shipping. We deliver the highest standard of quality and have built a reputation as a three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer since 2009. The Dude Abides.
Neck & Setup - (unless otherwise noted)
- Neck is perfectly straight with no truss-rod issues.
- Intonation is spot-on.
- Professionally set up with low action and new American-made strings.
- All frets are dressed, leveled, crowned (if needed), and all frets on all guitars are polished to shine like new with no divots.
Return Policy, Restocking Fees & No Tire-Kicking Policy
We follow Reverb’s 7-day return policy. However:
- You must notify us in writing within 3 days of delivery (per tracking) of your intent to return.
- Original shipping and return shipping costs are not refunded unless the guitar is damaged in transit or is significantly not as described.
- A 15% restocking fee applies to all returns for any reason other than damage in transit or significantly not as described.
We record demo videos of every guitar before shipping to document exact condition and performance. Additional photos, measurements, or in-hand descriptions are available upon request prior to purchase.
Minor adjustments and tweaks to a set up (for example to correct a slight buzz or truss-rod tweak) are normal after shipping due to carrier mishandling the package, climate & atmospheric changes, especially when moving from South Florida to colder or less humid environments. These slight issues do not constitute “significantly not as described.” Guitars must be returned in the exact same condition as received/advertised or additional repair/restocking fees will apply.
We are a small business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling or partial refunds. If minor cosmetic marks, tiny imperfections, or the possibility of a post-shipping setup tweak makes you uncomfortable, please do not buy. Plenty of large retailers offer free trials and can absorb shipping costs—we do not.
Payment, Shipping & International Duties
- All items can be shipped internationally. Buyer is fully responsible for all import duties, taxes, and customs fees.
- We accept PayPal, PayPal Credit, Affirm, and other major payment methods.
- Most U.S. shipments are sent via UPS or FedEx with full insurance, tracking, and signature confirmation. All packages are professionally packed for maximum protection.
International Shipping Note
International shipping prices shown are for most countries. Certain countries have higher costs. We try and avoid USPS and mostly ship UPS. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. Contact us for a personalized quote.
Thank you for considering The Guitar Dude. We look forward to earning your business and delivering a guitar that exceeds your expectations. Contact us anytime for questions, consignment inquiries, layaway details, or a personalized shipping quote.
Made in Japan Limited 75th Anniversary 1951 Telecaster®
Made in Japan - Tokyo Flagship Store Exclusive and Super Limited Edition!
Pristine, Never Played Condition
Serial: JD2600XXXX
Nut Width: 1.67
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .90
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: .99
Weight: 7 lbs 3 oz's
Comes in Original Tweed Hard Case with All factory Paperwork.
Please Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!
Celebrate 75 years of Telecaster® history with the breathtaking Made in Japan Limited 75th Anniversary 1951 Telecaster® — the absolute pinnacle of Japanese craftsmanship and a true collector-grade masterpiece that fuses vintage-correct DNA with show-stopping modern elegance.
Handcrafted in Japan by master luthiers who live and breathe Fender legacy, this ultra-limited edition takes the original 1951 Tele and elevates it to art. Every detail reflects the unrivaled precision, patience, and passion that only Japanese craftsmanship can deliver — where traditional techniques meet flawless execution to create an instrument that feels as special as it looks.
At its heart sits a stunning Ash body crowned with a gorgeous Quilt Maple top. That flame-like figuring — rich, swirling, three-dimensional quilts that shimmer and dance under the light — is pure eye candy. Finished in classic Butterscotch Blonde nitrocellulose lacquer, the finish is thin, resonant, and alive. Nitro breathes with the wood, ages gracefully with a warm patina, and delivers that unmistakable vintage snap and sustain while letting every nuance of the flame top shine through like liquid gold. It’s not just beautiful — it’s addictive to look at and even better to play.
The neck is pure early-’50s magic: a thick, one-piece 1951 “U” shape maple neck with a silky nitro finish that feels substantial and broken-in right out of the case. Paired with a 7.25” radius maple fingerboard and 21 vintage frets, it serves up authentic golden-era playability that’s comfortable yet full of character.
Tone is pure, punchy Tele magic thanks to USA-made Pure Vintage ’51 Single-Coil Tele® pickups. Expect articulate highs, tight punchy mids, and that signature twang with stunning clarity, dynamics, and responsiveness — everything that made the original Tele a legend, now delivered with modern reliability.
Premium touches abound: gleaming gold hardware, a custom 75th Anniversary neck plate, and a vintage-style tweed hard case — all included to complete this heirloom-worthy package.
This is more than a guitar. It’s a limited-edition celebration of Telecaster® history, built to the highest standards of Japanese excellence, and destined to be the crown jewel of any serious collection.
Specs:
- Body: Ash with Quilt Maple Top
- Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer (Butterscotch Blonde)
- Neck: Maple, 1951 “U” Shape (Nitro Finish)
- Fingerboard: Maple, 7.25” Radius
- Frets: 21 Vintage
- Scale Length: 25.5” (648 mm)
- Nut: Bone, 42 mm
- Pickups: Pure Vintage ’51 Single-Coil Tele (USA-made)
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
- Switching: 3-Way Blade
- Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage-Style (Brass Saddles)
- Hardware: Gold
- Tuners: Pure Vintage Single Line “Fender Deluxe”
- Pickguard: 1-Ply Black
Official Flagship Store Exclusive and Super Limited. Only the best for those who demand the best.
🔥This guitar is brand new and has the factory set up, we can set it up free of charge if you so wish.
It *can be* been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. Unless otherwise noted in the listing, It features low action with no buzzing or dead spots, perfect intonation, a brand-new set of American-made strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. If needed the frets have been leveled, dressed, crowned, and polished to a mirror shine. The fingerboard has been thoroughly cleaned (unfinished rosewood and ebony boards are treated with Fret Doctor, a premium all-natural oil). All electronics function flawlessly. The guitar has been deep-cleaned and detailed and arrives stage- or studio-ready. 🔥
About The Guitar Dude
Three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer worldwide. Specializing in premium Gibson, classic Fender guitars from all eras and the best Japanese made treasures. Known for the highest-quality consignment sales and custom layaway plans (available on select guitars and extendable beyond 45 days to fit your budget—contact us for details).
Often copied, never duplicated. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for beautiful guitar content. Like what you see? Let us go to work for you. @TheGuitarDude
Our Guarantee
We stand behind every guitar we sell. “Good enough” is never good enough. Every instrument is inspected, set up, and tested by multiple people immediately before shipping. We deliver the highest standard of quality and have built a reputation as a three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer since 2009. The Dude Abides.
Neck & Setup - (unless otherwise noted)
- Neck is perfectly straight with no truss-rod issues.
- Intonation is spot-on.
- Professionally set up with low action and new American-made strings.
- All frets are dressed, leveled, crowned (if needed), and all frets on all guitars are polished to shine like new with no divots.
Return Policy, Restocking Fees & No Tire-Kicking Policy
We follow Reverb’s 7-day return policy. However:
- You must notify us in writing within 3 days of delivery (per tracking) of your intent to return.
- Original shipping and return shipping costs are not refunded unless the guitar is damaged in transit or is significantly not as described.
- A 15% restocking fee applies to all returns for any reason other than damage in transit or significantly not as described.
We record demo videos of every guitar before shipping to document exact condition and performance. Additional photos, measurements, or in-hand descriptions are available upon request prior to purchase.
Minor adjustments and tweaks to a set up (for example to correct a slight buzz or truss-rod tweak) are normal after shipping due to carrier mishandling the package, climate & atmospheric changes, especially when moving from South Florida to colder or less humid environments. These slight issues do not constitute “significantly not as described.” Guitars must be returned in the exact same condition as received/advertised or additional repair/restocking fees will apply.
We are a small business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling or partial refunds. If minor cosmetic marks, tiny imperfections, or the possibility of a post-shipping setup tweak makes you uncomfortable, please do not buy. Plenty of large retailers offer free trials and can absorb shipping costs—we do not.
Payment, Shipping & International Duties
- All items can be shipped internationally. Buyer is fully responsible for all import duties, taxes, and customs fees.
- We accept PayPal, PayPal Credit, Affirm, and other major payment methods.
- Most U.S. shipments are sent via UPS or FedEx with full insurance, tracking, and signature confirmation. All packages are professionally packed for maximum protection.
International Shipping Note
International shipping prices shown are for most countries. Certain countries have higher costs. We try and avoid USPS and mostly ship UPS. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. Contact us for a personalized quote.
Thank you for considering The Guitar Dude. We look forward to earning your business and delivering a guitar that exceeds your expectations. Contact us anytime for questions, consignment inquiries, layaway details, or a personalized shipping quote.
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